FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Find the answers to many common questions here. Q: What are the Inogen One’s specifications (weight, battery life, etc.)? A: View our Inogen One Specifications. Q: Is the Inogen One covered by Medicare? A: Yes, the Inogen One Oxygen Concentrator is covered by Medicare and many private insurance plans. Call today […]
There are many different types of oxygen tanks on the market, allowing for a variety of options to meet different patient uses and needs. Here are the various types of oxygen available and why they are chosen for specific patients. Types of Oxygen: Compressed Oxygen Compressed oxygen tanks are what people typically think of when […]
What Is an Oxygen Tank? Oxygen tanks are a type of storage system that holds oxygen or liquid oxygen in a pressurized container. The size and appearance of an oxygen tank can vary depending on the purpose of the container, where it is used and the mobility requirements.[1] Using Oxygen Tanks in Medical Therapy[2] Oxygen […]
Advancements of Oxygen Therapy Equipment Some people with chronic respiratory conditions need supplemental oxygen for life, while others need it temporarily until they recover from an acute (short-term) illness. You should follow your healthcare provider’s instructions. Depending on your specific health needs, you may need oxygen therapy 24 hours a day. Or you might need […]
For some people, using an oxygen breathing machine at home is the best way to effectively treat the effects of lung disease or COPD, allowing them to breathe better. If oxygen therapy is required to treat your COPD, your doctor will prescribe a respiratory oxygen machine. Your health care providers will decide how frequently breathing […]
The symptoms of lung disease can sneak up on you over time and you might not recognize them when they first appear. Some people may think that they are struggling to breathe because of age or because they are out of shape, when in fact they are experiencing the early signs of lung disease. Lung […]
What Is the Respiratory System? How Does It Work? Many of us take the respiratory system for granted, counting on our lungs to do the vital work of oxygenating our entire body. However, if you stop to think about how the oxygen gets from your lungs into your bloodstream, you might find yourself thinking, “How […]
If you have just found out that you have a lung disease of some kind, and that your ability to breathe is limited or impaired in some way, you probably have a lot of questions. Whether you knew this was coming or not, your diagnosis has likely introduced you to some new vocabulary and information […]
When deciding what kind of oxygen concentrator is best for you, it is important to determine with your doctor what kind of oxygen delivery best meets your needs: pulse dose vs. continuous flow. Pulse Dose vs. Continuous Flow: The Difference[1] Pulse dose (PD) oxygen delivery is based on breathing and inhaling, which customizes your oxygen […]
When you are first learning about oxygen concentrators, you may be wondering, “What is a portable oxygen concentrator, and how does it differ from a stationary oxygen concentrator?” Though both a portable oxygen concentrator (POC) and a home oxygen concentrator unit operate in largely the same way when it comes to how air is processed, […]